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July 12, 2025

IBE Film Festival

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The 2025 Indiana Black Expo Film Festival, Beyond the Frame: Black Voices Amplified, is a celebration of African-American cinema in Indiana. The Film Festival will be held this year at the IBE Headquarters.

When: July 12, 2025
Location:  Indiana Black Expo, Bldg. 3 601 N. Shortridge Rd. 46219
Time: 4:10 PM, 4:45 PM & 5:15 PM (Doors open at 3:30 PM)
Cost: Free
Contributor: Indianapolis African American Quality of Life Initiative

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Calling All Filmmakers

SAVE THE DATE : July 12, 2025

Indiana Black Expo invites filmmakers, storytellers, and creatives to submit their work for the 2025 IBE Black Film Festival, part of our 54th Annual Summer Celebration. This year’s theme, Beyond the Frame: Black Voices Amplified, celebrates the depth, beauty, and impact of Black storytelling. We’re seeking short and feature-length films—narrative or documentary—that center Black experiences and spark meaningful dialogue.

Location: IBE Headquarters | Indianapolis, IN

Submission Deadline: May 31, 2025

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Whether you’re an emerging artist or seasoned filmmaker, this is your platform to elevate powerful narratives and join a community of culture-shapers. 

Let’s amplify Black voices—beyond the frame.